News Brief

2/5/2013, Shevat 25, 5773

PMO Confirms Obama's March Visit

The Prime Minister's Office confirmed the planned visit of U.S. President Barack Obama to Israel on March 20, stating, "This is an important opportunity to highlight the strong friendship and partnership between the United States and Israel."

Because of Obama's visit, Netanyahu will not be able to attend the annual AIPAC meeting in Washington in March.

Secretary of State John Kerry will visit the country in about two weeks.